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Power: A Novel

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998

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Linda Hogan

Power

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998
Book Details
Pages

248

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Florida • 1990s

Publication Year

1998

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Linda Hogan's Power, 16-year-old Omishto grapples with her cultural identity amidst the modern-day Florida Gulf Coast wetlands. Seeking refuge from her abusive stepfather, she spends time with her Aunt Ama, learning traditional Taiga survival techniques. After a hurricane, Omishto witnesses Ama kill a sacred endangered panther, leading to a judicial battle that tests her loyalty to her tribe and compels her to choose between her modern upbringing and her ancestral roots. This novel discusses domestic violence and references sexual assault.

Mysterious

Contemplative

Emotional

Fantastical

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.1

1,160 ratings

69%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Linda Hogan's Power is acclaimed for its lyrical prose and profound exploration of spirituality and environmentalism. Critics praise Hogan’s deep connection to Indigenous culture and vivid descriptions of the natural world. However, some find the plot slow and the character development uneven. Overall, it's noted as a reflective and thought-provoking read that may resonate more with patient and introspective readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Power?

Readers who would enjoy Linda Hogan's Power are likely interested in Native American culture, environmental issues, and strong female protagonists. Comparable books include Barbara Kingsolver's Prodigal Summer for its environmental themes and Louise Erdrich's Love Medicine for its exploration of Native American life.

4.1

1,160 ratings

69%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

248

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Florida • 1990s

Publication Year

1998

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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